Sendero del Agua y El Castañar 2026

The Sendero del Agua y El Castañar is a 12-kilometer mountain race and walk with a 715-meter elevation gain, held in Paterna del Río, Almería. The course traverses landscapes of high environmental value, including ancient chestnut and holm oak forests, as well as ethnographic elements like dry stone walls, farmhouses, and threshing floors. The route finishes near the Royal Irrigation Canal and the Chestnut Grove, offering an experience that combines athletic challenge with appreciation for nature and local history. The event is known for its demanding elevation gain on a short course, making it a challenge for mountain runners.